{"id":659,"date":"2025-01-21T09:10:08","date_gmt":"2025-01-21T15:10:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/research\/centers-institutes\/design-construction-institute\/"},"modified":"2026-03-02T15:23:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T21:23:34","slug":"design-construction-initiative","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/research\/centers-institutes\/design-construction-initiative\/","title":{"rendered":"Design + Construction Initiative"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"uwm-u-pb-80 uwm-u-pt-0\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">The Design + Construction Initiative (DCI) is a dynamic platform dedicated to fostering professional growth and advancing research in ecological, environmental, and economical architecture and construction. DCI resides within the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/research\/centers-institutes\/sustainability-research-institute-for-ecological-design\/\">Institute for Ecological Design<\/a> as a special focus group geared toward material and construction issues related to the IED\u2019s broader mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through strategic support for workforce training, career pathways, public symposia, white paper publications, continuing education programs, and the showcasing of student work across SARUP\u2019s extensive community channels, the Initiative serves as a vital resource for students, faculty, and industry professionals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--color-head uwm-p-card--contact uwm-u-mb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--profile-header\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--profile-header-text\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Design + Construction Initiative<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--subtitle\">Alex Timmer, Director<\/div><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/695\/2025\/06\/Alex-Timmer_400x400.jpg\" alt=\"Alex Timmer\" \/><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<ul class=\"uwm-c-list--contact uwm-c-list--cleanlist\">\n<li><i class=\"fa-solid fa-envelope fa-fw\"><\/i><a href=\"mailto:timmer@uwm.edu\">timmer@uwm.edu<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n\n\n<li><i class=\"fa-solid fa-location-dot fa-fw\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.uwm.edu\/map\/locations\/1933\">Architecture &amp; Urban Planning Building, AUP 225<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/directory\/timmer-alex\/\" class=\"uwm-p-card--link\">Learn more about Alex Timmer<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray-dark uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--6\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h2 heading-separator\" id=\"h-key-objectives\">Key Objectives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Engaging faculty and students from the Department of Architecture, the Initiative welcomes participation from distinguished SARUP alumni to shape, guide and direct its activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The core objectives include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list undefined\">\n<li>Strengthening the talent pipeline in architecture, construction, and related trades.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving innovation in high performance building materials and practices to positively impact the construction industry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elevating professional standards in design and construction to foster a higher-quality built environment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhancing collaboration between architecture, the construction industry, trades, and allied fields through new training, research, curricula, and programs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h2 heading-separator\" id=\"h-key-actions\">Key Actions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Design + Construction Initiative not only enhances architectural education but also strengthens ties between academia and industry, driving innovation, sustainability and professional excellence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion uwm-p-accordion--icon-left-circle\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Academic Integration<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>The Initiative enriches architecture coursework by empowering students to excel in design while mastering efficient and economic construction detailing, sustainable material selection, and budget management.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Continuing Education<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Construction professionals\u2019 benefit from continuing education opportunities that expand their expertise beyond core technical topics, exploring sustainability, historic preservation, LEED certification, and building retrofits.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Research<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>By merging design and construction disciplines, the Initiative seeks to refine industry practices, contribute critical data to inform public policy, and lead advancements in sustainable construction education and curriculum development.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Symposia<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Recognizing the collaborative nature of architecture and construction, the Initiative hosts symposia that bring together diverse industry leaders to discuss trends and best practices, equipping students and professionals with valuable insights.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Speaker Series<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>A curated lineup of nationally recognized experts from various fields provides thought leadership and inspiration through the Initiative\u2019s Speaker Series.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h2 heading-separator\" id=\"h-sample-projects\">Sample Projects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card-grid uwm-l-grid uwm-l-grid--equal-y uwm-l-grid--3\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--white\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/695\/2025\/07\/2025.SARUP_Website_Research_Centers-Institutes_DCI_Highlight-Slider_03-750x500-1.jpg\" alt=\"A section of a wall with window shows the inside of the construction.\" class=\"wp-image-3156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/695\/2025\/07\/2025.SARUP_Website_Research_Centers-Institutes_DCI_Highlight-Slider_03-750x500-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/695\/2025\/07\/2025.SARUP_Website_Research_Centers-Institutes_DCI_Highlight-Slider_03-750x500-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\"><strong>Net Zero Wall Mock Ups<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">These wall mockups are full-scale prototypes of high-performance assemblies, created as an ongoing project in collaboration with students to support experiential learning.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--white\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/695\/2025\/07\/2025.SARUP_Website_Research_Centers-Institutes_DCI_Highlight-Slider_01-750x500-1.webp\" alt=\"Acoustic panels made of wood are installed on a wall.\" class=\"wp-image-3158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/695\/2025\/07\/2025.SARUP_Website_Research_Centers-Institutes_DCI_Highlight-Slider_01-750x500-1.webp 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/695\/2025\/07\/2025.SARUP_Website_Research_Centers-Institutes_DCI_Highlight-Slider_01-750x500-1-300x200.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\"><strong>Acoustic Panels<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Originally developed to enhance sound attenuation in a test classroom, these acoustic wall panels have since been adopted in additional spaces based on performance outcomes.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--white\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/695\/2025\/07\/2025.SARUP_Website_Research_Centers-Institutes_DCI_Highlight-Slider_02-750x500-1.webp\" alt=\"A desk constructed of intricate pattern of wood pieces.\" class=\"wp-image-3157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/695\/2025\/07\/2025.SARUP_Website_Research_Centers-Institutes_DCI_Highlight-Slider_02-750x500-1.webp 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/695\/2025\/07\/2025.SARUP_Website_Research_Centers-Institutes_DCI_Highlight-Slider_02-750x500-1-300x200.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\"><strong>Classroom Desk<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Co-developed with students for a school 51ÁÔÆæ classroom, this desk design was collaboratively fabricated and assembled as part of a hands-on learning experience.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray-dark uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center size-h1\" id=\"h-interested-in-collaborating\">Interested in collaborating?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--center-short\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card-grid uwm-l-grid uwm-l-grid--equal-y uwm-l-grid--2\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--icon uwm-p-card--center\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\">\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-user-graduate fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">For <strong>Students<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Students interested in research opportunities can visit Professor Timmer&#8217;s office.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--icon uwm-p-card--center\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\">\n<div class=\"uwm-c-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-city fa-fw\"><\/i><\/div>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">For <strong>Industry Partners<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Industry partners seeking collaboration are encouraged to contact Professor Timmer.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center size-p-lg\">Contact Professor Alex Timmer: <a 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